Troubleshooting
ARGUS VCM
Troubleshooting Guide
Problems with
ARGUS VCM
are separated into the categories for further troubleshooting
instructions.
Note: Taking the recommended actions discussed in this section will correct the majority
of problems you will encounter. However, problems not covered here can be
resolved by calling Schiller Technical Services.
Power
Power problems are related to AC and/or Battery as follows. If the action requires
replacement of the components, refer to
Disassembly Guide
.
CAUTION:
Electrical shock hazard. Disconnect a power cord from ARGUS VCM before
attempting to open or disassemble ARGUS VCM.
1. Before further troubleshooting of the power problems:
1-1. Review customer complaint and determine if it is safe to plug in and turn on
ARGUS VCM.
1-2. Verify that Charging/AC in indicator is lit (or flashing) as a power cord is
connected.
1-3. Check fuses (F1, F2 and F3) located on SMPS. If blown, replace fuses.
1-4. Check the connection of 8-pin wire between Main BD and SMPS.
1-5. Check the connection of 5-pin wire between Battery and SMPS.
2. When AC power cord is connected to
ARGUS VCM
, Charging/AC in indicator on the
front panel is not lit.
2-1. Check fuses (F1, F2 and F3) located on SMPS. If blown, replace fuses.
2-2. Replace 8-pin wire connected between Main BD and SMPS.
2-3. Replace Main BD if problem persists.
2-4. Replace SMPS if problem persists after Main BD replaced.
2-5. Replace FND module if problem still persists.
3.
ARGUS VCM
fails to power-up when Power button is pressed.
3-1. Check on action 1-2 to 1-5.
3-2. Download Firmware (see
Firmware download
section).
3-3. Replace 8-pin wire of Main BD connected to SMPS if problem persists.
3-4. Replace Main BD if problem persists.
3-5. Replace Rubber button.
3-6. Replace SMPS if problem persists.
4.
ARGUS VCM
is operating on AC main, but not operating on Battery.
4-1. Check on action 1-2 to 1-5.
4-2. The battery may be discharged. To recharge the battery, connect a power cord to
AC mains over 12 hours (refer to Battery charge in
Performance Verification
section).
Note: The monitor may be used with a less than fully charged battery but with a
corresponding decrease in operating time from that charge. The battery may be
defective.
4-3. Replace Battery if problem persists after fully charged.
4-4. Replace SMPS if problem persists after Battery replaced.
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